Last weekend Progressive Democrats of America (PDA) held our annual retreat in New Mexico. Of course, 2018 was a great year for both progressives and PDA. Thus, we had a lot of discussions about how we can channel this momentum into more victories, greater strength, and positive social change.

When the weekend was over, we left with an even stronger sense of purpose and a clear plan to achieve our goals. We are more confident than ever that we can fulfill our founder Tim Carpenter’s vision: organizing a powerful progressive insurgency inside the Democratic Party to reimagine and remake it into a true People’s Party that, in turn, will transform America for the better.

As our national staffer Debra Schrishuhn explains, “Years ago, Tim Carpenter came up with the phrase “Change Makes Change” for our monthly sustaining donors, and it is true. Our Sustainers exemplify our collective strength. If each of us gives a bit each month, we can make a huge difference together—whether through giving, making phone calls, participating at rallies, or meeting with elected officials.”